Torque Converter Nuts Removal Note

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Align the holes by turning the torque converter.
Insert a flathead screwdriver through the converter housing service hole, and lock the drive plate.

Fig 1: Locking Drive Plate
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Remove the torque converter nuts.

Fig 2: Removing Torque Converter Nuts
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